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Breakfast
Huli nuchu or katambli is a traditional food that is made using broken rice and buttermilk. It is a coolant food for summer from Karnataka. Some recipes are cherished since ages, they have stood the test of time and are worth mentioning. May be with time, life is moving super fast these days, some dishes […]
Accompaniments
Hariyanvi mixed dal is a tasty accompaniment with any meal. One can serve it with hot phulkas or parathas. Serve it with hot steamed rice and you have a soul food.
North Indian
Matar Paneer is a popular North Indian sabzi prepared in a gravy consistency with cubes of cottage cheese and green peas in it. The biggest challenge I face is what to cook for the day rather than how to cook it. I don't like to repeat the same dishes time and again, some dishes are […]
Accompaniments
Corn Palak or Spinach with corn gravy is a tasty side dish from North Indian cuisine. Corn kernels are added in a delicious gravy of spinach, ideal to pair with any flatbread.
Dry Snacks
Indian snacks are so many that each time we can make a different variety, not to mention the various regions that we have. Nipaatu, Chakli, Tengalu and Murukku are popular South Indian snacks that one can find stored in jars. Murukku is one such snack that resonates with everyone. Every house must be having their […]
North Indian
Rice variety are tasty and filling. They are ideal to use as a single dish or pair it with other variety of dishes. Pulao is one of the dishes that I make quite often, it's loved by all and its easy for me to prepare. Green pulao, I have been making this since sometime, it […]
Dry Snacks
Sesame Chikki is a crispy, tasty sweet bite made during Makar Sankranti.
Accompaniments
Gongura leaves are widely used in cooking, the tangy flavour does makes the dishes delicious. Gongura chutney or pundi chutney is commonly prepared in South India.It makes a good accompaniment with jowar roti. Varied names of Sorrel Different regions call it by different names.The English name is Sorrel or Kenaf. It is popular as Gongura […]
Accompaniments
Kurkuri Bhindi Fry or crispy bhindi fry is a tasty accompaniment with any meal. Serve it with any meal as an accompaniment, it is loved and relished by all. It is assured that I need okra at least once in a week, usually sabzi but sometimes I do fry. Here is another kind of fry […]
Festival Recipes
Seven cup burfi is a popular sweet or fudge made in South India. It is called as a seven cup sweet as the measure of all ingredients together is seven cups.It is usually prepared during Diwali. Other burfi recipes on the blog: Coconut and Mango Burfi Dates Burfi Coconut Burfi Recipe of Seven Cup Burfi Ingredients: […]
Karnataka Recipes
Nippatu or rice crackers as they may be called are popular snacks prepared during festivities. They can be stored for a long time and can be used with tea or as an evening snack. In Karnataka, nippattu is different from other states. Here is one such kind.
Dry Snacks
Chiwda is one of the snacks stored in the kitchen shelves. It is primarily made during Diwali, when a variety of snacks are prepared. Here is my version of Chiwda recipe. It is a tasty, guilt free snack. Plain chiwda is usually made by frying flattened rice or poha. It is then mixed with spices […]
Accompaniments
Crispy Bhindi Fry makes a tasty accompaniment with any meal. It is loved by one and all. Bhindi is the common name for ladies finger or okra. It is a versatile vegetable which can be turned into crispy fried savouries or as a stir fry. The stuffed okra is simply irresistible. The weather calls for […]
Andhra Recipes
Ring murukku is another kind of dry snacks. It is from the state of Andhra Pradesh. They are soft but crispy, different from the usual kodbole that we make. Other snack recipes; Kodbole Instant Chakli Poha Chiwda Ingredients: 1 cup rice flour 1 tablespoon moong dal 1 cup water salt to taste 1 teaspoon chilli powder asafoetida […]
Dry Snacks
Mathri is a popular Rajasthani snack, that is usually had with a cup or tea or with pickle. It is crispy, flaky, mild spicy and tasty. It's been one of the favourite at home. Masala mathri is a slightly modified version to the regular one. Mathri is usually made with all purpose flour. But it […]
Accompaniments
Majjige Huli / Paladya is a traditional dish from Karnataka. It makes a good side dish with hot steamed rice.
Festival Recipes
Bisebelebath is a popular dish from Karnataka cuisine. It is a rice and lentil based dish cooked with vegetables and a different spice miix. It is usually prepared during festivities. It's that time of the year, when the weather is wonderful and our heart calls out to enjoy. It's the season of fun and frolic. […]
Accompaniments
Grilled baby potatoes with hint of spices makes a good accompaniment with any meal. They are spicy and make a perfect go with fried rice or any meal. Do give this a try, I am sure you will like it.
Dinner
Veg Hariyali is a tasty accompaniment that goes well with any Indian flat bread. Various vegetables are cooked in spinach puree garnished with some spices. "Mamma, what is the curry or sabzi that you have made along with chapati? " is the pertinent question that I get each day. Well, accompaniments do enhance the taste […]
Karnataka Recipes
instant raw mango pickle | easy recipes | vegan recipes | summer special recipes Instant Raw Mango Pickle is a simple yet tasty accompaniment. With raw mangoes available, I often make it. The best thing about summer is the availability of seasonal fruits as mangoes, watermelon and grapes. I love these fruits, especially mango. It's […]
Festival Recipes
With Ugadi round the corner, it is again time for new beginnings. It is auspicious time to start new ventures. New year brings in festivity as we celebrate with puja and sweets. On this ocassion, here is a bonus of Ugadi Special, collection of recipes for the season.
Rice Dishes
Masale Bhat | South indian cooking | rice dishes | masala bhat Masale Bhat is a flavoursome, no onnion garlic rice dish from Karnataka. It is usually prepared as part of the festive menu. Rice dishes form one of the major attractions in South Indian festivals. Masala Bhath is one such kind which is tasty […]
Healthy Recipes
Moongdal payasam is a tasty sweet which has a cooling effect on the body. Thus, with summer at its peak, you can enjoy this delicacy. Moreover, with Ugadi round the corner, it may be in the wish list. Each state have adapted their own method of cooking. The North Karnataka recipe I had written long […]
Karnataka Recipes
Sweet Potato Kheer is a tasty sweet dish from South Canara cuisine. Since the beginning of the new year, I have been on a sweet spree here ! My third sweet dish in a row Sweet potato kheer! I recently made this kheer and it was too good, so I decided to share with you […]
